UK Model Y Order Book Open

[Mr Miserable]

I have a usually reliable source who told me that the UK Model Y will be Made in China and that production is slated to begin in 2022 Q1.
I would expect first deliveries to be made in March 22.

 

[MrBadger]

Quite a hit on the WLTP range vs Model 3 - Model Y LR is 315 vs 360 miles for Model 3 LR. Under 300 miles for Model Y performance. Not that WLTP is a good estimate of real world range. When Model Y was launched in US, I'm sure that it was closer if not better than the then non heat pump Model 3's. 315 miles is well down on even the original Model 3's which was WLTP 349 iirc (310 miles EPA).

 

[Arran]

Quite a hit on the WLTP range vs Model 3 - Model Y LR is 315 vs 360 miles for Model 3 LR. Under 300, miles for Model Y performance. Not that WLTP is a good estimate of real world range. When Model Y was launched in US, I'm sure that it was closer if not better than the then non heat pump Model 3's. 315 miles is well down on even the original Model 3's which was 349 iirc.

It's pretty confusing to see an WLTP range estimate be lower than it's EPA counterpart (Standing at 326mi)? What could be the cause? Assuming that UK MY's aren't going to have smaller batteries.

 

[Durzel]

I get that no one really knows the answer to this so it’s an educated guess I’m looking for, will we in the UK get a SR+ model?

I doubt it. SR+ isn't available in Europe or the US. As it is the LR Y range is quite a bit down on the equivalent LR 3, so a SR+ Y would be something like ~260 miles and possibly less than that.

 

[MikeeUK]

Road test of the UK RHD M3 vs EU LHD MY had them very close together in terms of range and efficiency accoding to this video review posted last month:

Not sure why the WLTP figures are so different on the website vs this real-life review.

 

[GeorgeSymonds]

Road test of the UK RHD M3 vs EU LHD MY had them very close together in terms of range and efficiency accoding to this video review posted last month:

Not sure why the WLTP figures are so different on the website vs this real-life review.

Unless you know which battery each car has and what you'd get it's pretty meaningless, and Richard has been caught out before with getting the battery wrong.

 

[OUTATIME1]

Excited for those that have ordered! Wish I could justify it, as the Y would suit my lifestyle so much better than the SR+ 3 I have now, but 60 grand is too rich for my blood unfortunately

 

[phil4]

Not sure why the WLTP figures are so different on the website vs this real-life review.

Because WLTP is a completely artificial test that in no way mimics real life, and is purely a tool to compare new cars.

 

[Spacerock]

Woke up at 7 and randomly checked the Tesla website when I noticed the model Y was available for pre order. I reserved it at 7:40. I can’t wait!!! I like the model 3 a lot but been missing the feel of a bigger car with more cargo space, the X is out of my range so the Y is just perfect

 

[Dilly]

Just an email invite buy a Y
Could replace the the Outlander as a dog wagon but not ideal.

 

[MrT3]

I guess it is possible in the future that Berlin will end up making RHD cars for the UK, but I presume it would come down to a simple calculus about how much it costs to transport cars from Shanghai to the UK vs the logistics and costs of tooling for one market.

10% import tax into Europe is a big deal. I'd imagine Tesla will want to switch all European vehicles to be made in region asap.

 

[Nick77]

My mate wants one of these with the 7 seats. Doesn't look like that's available yet. Any idea if that will be offered any time soon?

 

[PrGrPa]

Just placed an order. LR, red, EAP.
Hatchback will be a useful change from the boot of the Model 3.

 

[gangzoom]

We don't need to replace my wifes car, but given the constant price increases in everything a LR Y is looking very tempting.

 

[MrT3]

My mate wants one of these with the 7 seats. Doesn't look like that's available yet. Any idea if that will be offered any time soon?

7 seat option only appears to be available on US made vehicles. No country in Europe has that option yet.

 

[gangzoom]

Unless you know which battery each car has and what you'd get it's pretty meaningless, and Richard has been caught out before with getting the battery wrong.

His quoting efficiency...regardless of battery size the efficiency at 70mph between the 3/Y is remarkably similar given the larger size of the Y. Its a not a looker but who cares when its so aero!!

 

[gangzoom]

7 seat option only appears to be available on US made vehicles. No country in Europe has that option yet.

It's a $3K option too, and the 3rd row seats looks barely usable for even kids. If you want 3rd row seats you can use get the X.

 

[LUXY]

I have collection of a M3LR in November and i'm just changing the PCP to cash - I'm ordering the MYLR today and the plan is to sell the M3LR by the time the MY arrives.... what a headache LOL

 

[KennethS]

... and have come down in price.

That is by no means a certainty. Price may also go up. They are not short of demand for the Y.

 

[Envchem]

Price exactly where I was expecting it. Cant really justify it and for a car that I use 99% of time for daily commute no point. will stick to my 3